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Votes at a glance

- Resolution 36-25: public-records-exemption for municipal clerks and certain municipal elections and code-enforcement staff — adopted (voice vote). The resolution, pulled for clarification during the meeting, was adopted after commissioners emphasized it protects personal information used in municipal election and code-enforcement roles.

- SEIU collective bargaining agreement (three-year successor agreement) — ratified (voice vote; adopted). City staff reported the agreement includes operational flexibility and incentive pay provisions; the union reported an overwhelming member ratification. The commission approved the contract by voice vote.

- Conditional use for recreational establishment (Resolution R-17-25) — Candy Wonderland, 14400 South Military Trail — approved (roll-call 5-0). The commission found the conditional-use standards were met (parking, proximity and consistency with general commercial land-use) and approved a 2,423-square-foot indoor recreational play space subject to life-safety final occupancy determination by the fire department.

- Waiver of workforce-housing lot-width requirement (Resolution 20-25) — 316 Southwest Fourth Avenue — approved (roll-call 5-0). The owner bought two historically platted lots that measured 49.81 feet each in modern survey (a 2.28-inch shortfall from the 50-foot plat). The commission granted a waiver so the owner may construct a market-rate single-family home; staff noted the lot meets other dimension and depth requirements.

- Purchase order / replacement ladder truck (Resolution 43-25) — approved (unanimous). The commission authorized purchase of a Pierce Sabre 75-foot ladder truck for $1,405,864. Funding components included insurance proceeds ($136,278), an interfund CIP transfer ($244,000) and a capital-lease reimbursement/lease-purchase financing package covering the balance (roughly $1,000,025). Staff said the vendor unit is in Florida and delivery can occur within one to two weeks.

- Budget amendment (Resolution 26-25) — approved (unanimous). The commission approved a multi-fund budget amendment that: reallocated a CIP match previously programmed for mobile barriers toward the ladder-truck purchase, adjusted multiple encumbrance and capital-project rollovers into FY25, and added internal transfers needed to fund the truck and the reclaimed-water Area 5 project. Staff summarized rollover accounting and emphasized the amendment brings revenue entries into balance with expenses already moved into the FY25 ledger.

- Private-parking lots ordinance (Ordinance 03-25, second reading) — adopted (roll-call). The ordinance imposes standardized signage and disclosure rules for private parking operators (for example, conspicuous entry signage, posted operating contact information, disclosure of rates and appeals process, QR code accessibility and illumination for payment kiosks), and it prohibits use of City of Delray Beach logos that may confuse motorists. Historic-district properties have limited-design flexibility for signs. The ordinance was adopted after staff said the new rules respond to resident complaints about unexpected private-lot fees and opaque appeals processes.

- Zoning-in-progress / temporary moratorium for parts of East Atlantic Avenue (Resolution 47-25) — adopted. The commission approved a temporary deferral (a zoning-in-progress resolution) on applications that propose parcel aggregation, demolition of buildings or facades, or architectural-style changes within a specified portion of East Atlantic Avenue while staff drafts code amendments to implement the commission’s prior workshop direction. The moratorium was framed as a short-term protective measure so new applications cannot undercut proposed code changes; staff said the measure can be extended if needed, and the typical default period is 180 days while ordinances are drafted and processed.

Implementation notes and follow-up
- Staff will proceed with lease/financing steps for the fire apparatus and return required financing paperwork as part of the capital-lease program.
- Planning staff will process the zoning amendments outlined in the Atlantic Avenue workshop and return with draft LDR changes; the moratorium prevents new aggregation/demolition applications from being accepted while code amendments are prepared.
- The commission asked staff to add reef-outplanting funding to the March 11 agenda following a public consortium presentation and requested a staff briefing to detail funding options and permitting coordination.

Ending: The commission’s votes included unanimous approvals on many items; most actions were adopted without lengthy amendments. Several items (reef support funding and the forthcoming Atlantic Avenue LDR text) will return to the commission for additional public hearings and ordinance drafting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Commission Meeting 02-18-2025 5:15 PM","oneSentenceSummary","What the commission decided on Feb. 18: the City Commission took a set of formal actions on labor, land use, budget and public-safety equipment.","taxTitle","Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida","taxId",5598,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6324559,"Local reef consortium seeks city partnership, funding for coral outplanting and experimental artificial reefs",1574,1491000,3065000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2337962-4d221da4d92b6e4fa03ddb895bc20bfd&start=1491&end=3065","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2337962-4d221da4d92b6e4fa03ddb895bc20bfd/thumbnail_1491000.jpg","/articles/6324559/Delray-Beach/Palm-Beach-County/Florida/Local-reef-consortium-seeks-city-partnership-funding-for-coral-outplanting-and-experimental-artificial-reefs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6324559-3a8319c799c1caa797f10273c90f1413/orig.mp4?Expires=1771207330&Signature=Qo09dFDR2AoyhhNcyfer-WrHr61KZj0TclNMItjtAWWh5vase~-v6Ny7JVE3-~nDjpBdZ0au6UDVghTDAnJl24rspxhDiPla9fSXkPZMFSslKKt9AAPPn50UK96fEpgCxxA0xfYMRcJ4Mii~VNvfVdEahns7oYxlYBa~uAk16wSTBwFbANPBrvqCTzZsMFXntTJlHsl74zItbrjl4JKvOU7RDyNl1p~qQDY-HCwJdFq4kuFZL9hlwnIb-QFY2m8mvEyyVvIiK7vyY3u5fpZMFYf5-Sz0QehJ7qkMkV8QauoI0WDuokSJ7KCp2M6iftBXRnFNv-J88kJfFSUpi5t-WA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A volunteer consortium led by local conservation and design groups asked the Delray Beach City Commission on Feb. 18 to partner with a community-led reef-restoration effort that includes coral nursery outplanting and pilot artificial-reef testing.

Jim Chard, who organized the consortium, said the effort involves community organizations and private studios and seeks municipal support for communications, some regulatory coordination and seed funding. Chard told the commission the project has two tracks: (1) nursery propagation and outplanting of resilient corals, led locally by the Reef Institute, and (2) research and testing of modular artificial-reef structures developed by Singer Studio and partners.

Why it matters: Nearshore reef health affects coastal protection, beach nourishment and local fisheries and tourism. Consortium members said restored reefs could reduce wave energy and help retain beach sand over the long term, and that nursery outplanting is already underway locally.

What the presenters said: Chard described the Reef Institute’s land-based coral nurseries and the ability to select resilient strains for propagation. He also presented Singer Studio’s modular, recycled-content reef units, which the group argues have a smaller carbon footprint and are easier to deploy than traditional heavy reef balls or concrete modules.

Requests and regulatory hurdles: The consortium asked the city to be a partner for communications and to help convene county regulators; presenters said permitting for artificial structures can be protracted because much nearshore property is under county jurisdiction and regulators have raised design concerns. The Reef Institute’s Lanita Fix said the group is already outplanting corals in Palm Beach County and asked for funding support to scale local outplanting. Jason Bregman of Singer Studio described prototype reef modules and said some funders prefer pilot deployments in other Caribbean locations while the group continues permitting work in Palm Beach County.

Commission response: Commissioners expressed strong support for outplanting work. Commissioner Casal recommended a small seed grant program and suggested a city grant of $40,000 to $100,000 could meaningfully expand outplanting efforts; Commissioner Markert and others urged staff to coordinate with the county on permitting. Mayor Kearney and other commissioners asked staff to return with options for a city funding request and a plan to work with county regulators.

Next steps: The commission agreed to place a reef-outplanting funding discussion on the March 11 agenda and asked staff to work with the consortium to scope possible city support, regulatory engagement and communications.

Ending: Consortium organizers said they will continue outplanting work and research but asked the city to consider seed support and interlocutor status with county regulators so the Delray effort can proceed locally.","A Delray-based reef restoration consortium urged the commission to back outplanting of nursery-reared corals and to explore modular artificial-reef testing; presenters requested city help with regulatory coordination and seed funding for initial outplanting work.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6324562,"Green board asks city to make climate action plan goals central: equity, trees, microplastics and data collection",529,805000,1334000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2337962-4d221da4d92b6e4fa03ddb895bc20bfd&start=805&end=1334","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2337962-4d221da4d92b6e4fa03ddb895bc20bfd/thumbnail_805000.jpg","/articles/6324562/Delray-Beach/Palm-Beach-County/Florida/Green-board-asks-city-to-make-climate-action-plan-goals-central-equity-trees-microplastics-and-data-collection","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6324562-392437c47f62b744678ac99d9ac0d40b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771207330&Signature=M-eF7C5XIUHjABElj9dYSzjvR4g6XwVGB2DfLbH-tEOBAQScDTeMOKogZhM2MHxH~Rv77a5LNjmsD8cF1GRvu8PGV6WW0l6Xc0ESdUzjxnMM0vOUQwquHWi1AZDe5b8TSvQGaCJe-Q9xclItLD~5jRBhkgAMwA5PT2e7YGyYh~1A1zl7amFhTqMbpSUdUIr1k9Z~NFSlHJeTFe83PkxKaz~ulLx6lCtJc0YUojAHhWCAxeMpldTt3uVshjZb1w7Z3~KPgmfEIxactnkMPaozwNc8FlYFl4RoipUVrOy0n4CPi0fiuE58IvE6VvnwmkL~t6JrOjgsBElztgflQOdaYw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Green Implementation Advancement Board presented its annual report on Feb. 18, urging the Delray Beach City Commission to use a city-specific climate action plan (CAP) as a framework for energy efficiency, green infrastructure, waste-reduction and transportation priorities.

Evan Orianna, chair of the Green Board, said the CAP recommendations first presented in 2023 and updated in 2024 should drive next steps. Orianna told the commission the board’s survey of residents generated several hundred responses and that “more than 80% of the respondents supported taking action.” Ken Edwards, the city’s sustainability officer, joined Orianna in outlining work already underway and near-term priorities.

Why it matters: The CAP would guide city policy on greenhouse-gas reductions, green building standards, tree canopy targets and stormwater resilience. Board members framed equity and public education as central goals of any plan.

Key points from the board’s year-in-review:
- Energy and built environment: the board reaffirmed support for the city’s green building ordinance adopted in prior years and called for improved data collection to measure energy performance and the ordinance’s effects.
- Green infrastructure and trees: the board highlighted an active tree-planting program and a recent tree drop-off effort to increase plantings and improve canopy in low-canopy neighborhoods. The board urged a certified city arborist or cross-department arborist role to support tree protection and maintenance.
- Waste and microplastics: the board recommended environmentally preferred purchasing (EP3) and a focus on single-use plastics reduction; members noted state preemption limits some local restrictions but encouraged voluntary downtown business engagement.
- Transportation and water: the board recommended advancing pedestrian and bicycle master-plan priorities, worker shuttle coordination with the Tri-Rail station and strengthening stormwater infrastructure for more frequent extreme rainfall events.

Commissioners thanked the board and asked about staffing resources. Commissioner Casal noted the state preemption on polystyrene but suggested the city consider a grant program to seed outplanting and reef restoration funding (later discussed in the reef restoration presentation). Commissioner Markert asked whether the city has a certified arborist on staff; staff said that the city has tree-care personnel but recommended considering a certified arborist for cross-department work.

Next steps: The board recommended identifying measurable CAP goals, strengthening outreach for equity and educational work, and pursuing state and private grant opportunities for tree-planting and waste-reduction pilots. The board also proposed continued monitoring and evaluation of the green building ordinance and improved data collection.

Ending: The commission received the report and thanked the board for the work; no formal vote was requested tonight but staff and the commission will continue coordination on CAP implementation and prioritized projects.","The Green Implementation Advancement Board reviewed its 2024 priorities and urged the commission to use a Climate Action Plan (CAP) framework to guide energy, tree canopy, waste and transportation work; the board also highlighted public survey support and recommended further data collection and outreach.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6324564,"DDA proposes artist-designed Old School Square brand; public to pick winner in spring reveal",422,257000,679000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2337962-4d221da4d92b6e4fa03ddb895bc20bfd&start=257&end=679","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2337962-4d221da4d92b6e4fa03ddb895bc20bfd/thumbnail_257000.jpg","/articles/6324564/Delray-Beach/Palm-Beach-County/Florida/DDA-proposes-artist-designed-Old-School-Square-brand-public-to-pick-winner-in-spring-reveal","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6324564-4aaa86b167b3fd2235af8d848ce74771/orig.mp4?Expires=1771207330&Signature=EGF32VwCuiiTOGcwecm513QJLaZtA2TQWfPSnBhuEaKzSyIc7Fy~zkYZjzwt7Iqgg8tsHED9e~YFdYPDPTYlSsLG003C87vRDECG3y4XMzLn3zRF6cPAqFHJyVe49rQwf~b4R4nbWOI7ISJ8vmg38M6hhiRubdS-qIJpXP0uzFLnEyEulLlwQEDztEW2d6iCNSntB5CxIPL~rBRmzVbo56T3tkF0CezwLQckPupiE2zCiQNdLqfZBAjDJw12l-UPXZQJKfBc7e3r1uL~GNti8wbbKsff9fhPh3p7~9vDiSITl2YxBZ9Dc~vA5l5clBnmw0hSnpSNw9zdfVR~xIirzw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Downtown Development Authority presented a new branding plan for the Old School Square campus on Feb. 18 that would invite South Florida artists to submit watercolor illustrations for a single campus emblem and matching venue logos, then let the public pick the winner in a vote ahead of a celebratory reveal.

The recommendation came from Laura Simon of the DDA and Suzanne Boyd, the DDA’s director of marketing. Simon told the commission the goal is “one brand for the entire campus of Old School Square” that should “be owned by the city, not solely the DDA.” Boyd called the concept “A legacy through local art: reimagining Old School Square,” and described a multi-step plan of a call for artists, selection of two finalists, a public vote and a graphic refinement phase for the winning artist.

Why it matters: Old School Square is an anchor cultural campus in Delray Beach; this process would produce a single visual identity for the campus and distinct personalities for each venue while giving local artists a prominent role. The DDA said it timed the rollout to coincide with the campus’ centennial-year programming, with an estimated 18–20 week timeline from competition launch to public reveal.

Details: The DDA’s plan calls for:
- A public call to artists limited to South Florida creators and watercolor illustration submissions tied to a specified palette and reproduction-friendly criteria.
- Selection of two finalists by a review panel, then a public voting period to choose the winner.
- Refinement of the selected emblem and creation of complementary logos for individual venues on the campus (for example, the Cornell Art Museum and the Crest Theatre).
- Publication of brand guidelines and a public reveal timed with Old School Square programming.

Commission reaction was uniformly positive. Vice Mayor Cassell said the new direction “is lovely,” Commissioner Markert, who described himself as having a marketing background, praised the palette and community engagement plan, and others on the dais welcomed public involvement.

Next steps: The DDA will finalize the artist call materials and share a detailed timeline and selection criteria with city staff for any required permitting or approvals. The commission did not take formal action tonight; the DDA said it will return to the city with outreach documents and a launch plan.

Ending: The DDA framed the approach as a community-led branding effort rather than a proprietary DDA mark; staff will coordinate with the DDA on logistics, reproduction requirements and timing ahead of the public campaign.","The Downtown Development Authority presented a rebranding plan for the Old School Square campus that would use watercolor illustrations by local artists for a campus emblem and venue-specific logos, followed by a public vote and an 18–20 week timeline for rollout and celebration.","actionData","errors"]

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